Eyelash lifts have become one of the most popular beauty trends in recent years, providing natural, thicker and curved lashes. However, I often get the question of whether this treatment can be done at home. In this post, I’ll take an in-depth look at whether it’s really a good idea to do an eyelash lift at home and what the benefits of a treatment at a beauty salon can be.
What is Lash Lifting?
An eyelash lift is a cosmetic procedure in which natural eyelashes are curled with a special chemical solution to make them appear longer and thicker. The results usually last for 4-6 weeks.
Eyelash lifting at home: advantages and disadvantages
| Features | Home eyelash lift | Cosmetic eyelash lifting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Lower, as only the tools need to be purchased | Higher, as it includes the services of a professional |
| Comfort | Otthon végezhető, saját időbeosztás szerint | Szalonlátogatást igényel, időpontot kell foglalni |
| Biztonság | Higher risk due to incorrect application | Safe because it is done by a professional, minimising risks |
| Quality of result | Variable, depends on own experience | Consistent and lasting professional results |
| Experience | Difficult to achieve a perfect curve at home | Performed by trained professionals |
| Painless | Occasionally uncomfortable due to incorrect application | Totally painless due to the technique learned |
| Duration | May take longer, especially for beginners | Shorter, taking about 50 minutes |
| Product quality | Variable, quality of home kits may vary | Higher quality, professional products |
| Durability | Shorter, quality and durability of results may vary | Longer lasting, up to 4-6 weeks |
| Aftercare | Less detailed as there are usually no professional instructions | Detailed aftercare advice from the professional |
| Hygiene | Varies depending on home conditions | High standards of hygiene |
Why should you have an eyelash lift in a salon?
Professionals are much more experienced and skilled, ensuring the best results and minimising risks. Moreover, beauty salons/cosmetics only use quality products and professional techniques to achieve the most beautiful and natural results possible.
Final thoughts
Although home eyelash lifts can be attractive for their cost-effectiveness and convenience, it is important to know that the right skill and patience are essential to achieve good results. There is a higher risk of incorrect application during home treatment, which can damage the lashes. If you want to avoid potential risks and make sure you get perfectly curved and thick lashes, it’s worth consulting a professional. Salon treatment offers safer and more reliable results.
